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Friday, March 22, 2019 Despite obstacles, Native American advocate persevered

Colette Yellow Robe knows firsthand how life can get in the way of a student’s dreams. While growing up on the Winnebago Reservation in northeast Nebraska, the high school honors student nursed an ambition for an advanced degree – even though she didn't always have the courage to say it.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 81 Student Affairs employees honored for service

Student Affairs is honored to have 81 individuals receiving Service Awards in 2018. The annual awards are presented to university employees who complete years of service in five-year intervals. Awards are calculated both on consolidated or continuous regular employment.

Mitchell Strong, Jr. speaks at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Friday, April 7, 2017 Courage to Persist workshop provides keys to success

On Thursday, April 6, Student Support Services (SSS) and the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) hosted The Courage to Persist, a workshop focused on how to overcome adversity to be successful.

Tuesday, October 4, 2016 Student Affairs Programs Increase Graduation Persistence

Students attend TRIO welcome back BBQ event

Monday, September 5, 2016 SSS Welcome BBQ Entices Students

On Thursday, Sept. 1, the tantalizing aroma of Famous Dave’s barbecue wafted throughout the second floor of north Canfield as Student Support Services (SSS) hosted its annual welcome back open house. More than 70 SSS students visited the department office to reconnect with friends, peer mentors, faculty and staff.

“The welcome event provides beneficial opportunities for our students,” said Director of TRIO Programs Cay Yamamoto.

Students assist with 2015 income taxes through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program

Friday, August 19, 2016 $1.9 Million in Grants and Sponsorships Fund Student Affairs Programs

Six departments and more than 16 programs in the Division of Student Affairs benefitted from $1,914,646 in grant and sponsorship funds during the 2016 calendar year.

"We are excited to report how successful some of our departments have been in their efforts to gain financial assistance. Most of these funds go directly to help our students,” said Vice Chancellor Juan N. Franco.

$1.9 Million in Grants and Sponsorships Fund Student Affairs Programs

Six departments and more than 16 programs in the Division of Student Affairs benefitted from $1,914,646 in grant and sponsorship funds during the 2016 calendar year.

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